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Tom Aspinall's fight at UFC 321 was stopped due to an eye poke that caused a suspected corneal abrasion, leading to visual impairment. Medical experts emphasized the difference between an eye looking okay and functioning properly, highlighting the trauma's impact on vision and recovery prospects. Aspinall's injury underscores the risks of eye pokes in MMA, with a rematch already scheduled.
The WNBA upgraded Marina Mabrey's foul on Caitlin Clark to a Flagrant-2 following a game incident, resulting in an automatic fine, amid ongoing tensions and controversial officiating during the Connecticut Sun-Indiana Fever game.
The article discusses a controversial no-call in a WNBA game between the New York Liberty and Indiana Fever, where Caitlin Clark believed she was fouled on the final play, but replays showed no contact. CBS commentator Steve Overmyer criticized Clark's reaction, highlighting the ongoing debate over officiating and player conduct in the league.
Chennedy Carter's controversial hip-check on Caitlin Clark during a basketball game was preceded by physical jostling and trash-talking from Clark. Carter, who received a flagrant foul for the incident, described it as a heat-of-the-moment play and expressed no regrets. Clark criticized the foul, calling it "not a basketball play."
Chennedy Carter expressed that she has "no regrets" over a foul committed against Caitlin Clark during a recent basketball game.
The NBA admitted that referees missed a crucial foul on Kings' Colby Jones by Celtics' Svi Mykhailiuk in the final seconds of a game against the Boston Celtics, which could have resulted in free-throw attempts for Jones to potentially tie or win the game. Kings coach Mike Brown expressed frustration with the non-call, stating that it was tough to swallow and questioning whether his team deserved to win. The missed call has sparked debate about the potential impact on the game's outcome.
Draymond Green's questionable history resurfaced as he pulled Patty Mills down by the neck during the Golden State Warriors' game against the Miami Heat, leading to scrutiny and a common foul ruling despite Green's explanation. This incident adds to Green's two previous suspensions this season, highlighting ongoing disciplinary issues.
LeBron James expressed frustration on Instagram after a no-call left him bloodied during a game against the Portland Trail Blazers. The incident occurred when rookie Scoot Henderson scratched James' shoulder during a play that went unnoticed by the officials. Despite the missed call, the Lakers secured a decisive victory.
The Cal Men's Basketball team faced off against Butler in a game that went into double overtime. Despite a strong effort, Cal ultimately lost the game. Fans expressed frustration with the referees and highlighted missed foul calls. The team showed resilience and fought hard throughout the game, but struggled with second chance points and midrange defense.
The Utah Jazz vs. Phoenix Suns game ended in controversy as referees overturned a foul call on the final play, giving the Suns a 140-137 victory. Crew chief Zach Zarba defended the decision, stating that there was clear evidence that Kevin Durant made legal contact with the basketball first. However, Durant disagreed, calling the call ridiculous and stating that he didn't touch the opposing player. Lauri Markkanen, the player involved in the play, believed he was fouled but acknowledged the referees' decision. The article also discusses the complexities of the play, including whether Durant landed in Markkanen's landing space and if his off-hand contact constituted a foul.
Crew Chief Ben Taylor admitted that a foul should have been called on the last play of the Atlanta Hawks and Minnesota Timberwolves game, when Prince moved back into Bey's space and made contact with him during the rebounding action.